Mark Zuckerberg is one of the most famous and consequential people in the world. The Meta CEO has access to numerous influential platforms that have had their own share of controversies in recent years. Zuckerberg undoubtedly has a long list of people who disapprove of him, and one of the names that stands out is UFC lightweight Paddy Pimblett.
Pimblett’s distaste ranges to the point that the Englishman even challenged the Meta CEO to a fight. And his BJJ instructor, Khai Wu, who absolutely will be in his corner, should the tech mogul choose to fight Pimblett revealed in an ES exclusive ES Fancast Interview with Noah Lack how Zuckerberg reacted to Pimblett’s call-out.
Mark Zuckerberg’s instructor on his reaction to Pimblett’s callout
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On being asked how Zuckerberg reacted to being challenged by Pimblett, Wu pleaded ignorance. He stated that he did not even know what Pimblett really said and was vaguely aware it had something to do with his Facebook and Instagram accounts being blocked.
“I don’t think so [that Zuckerberg said anything about Pimblett]. Not off the top of my head. I don’t really ever recall. I don’t know anything about… If I do remember correctly, Paddy said something about just give him his account back or something. I didn’t pay much attention to that one,” he revealed in the ES exclusive.
After his first-round submission victory over Kazula Vargas at UFC last year, Pimblett was asked who he would like to fight next. The Manchester native surprised everyone by naming Mark Zuckerberg. He was exasperated at his Inta and Facebook accounts being blocked and dubbed the tech titan a bully. But who is Pimblett going to take on next?
Pimblett to face Tony Ferguson next at UFC 296
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Paddy Pimblett will take on Tony Ferguson at UFC 296 in Las Vegas. Ferguson is on a six-fight losing streak while Pimblett remains undefeated so far in the UFC. Pimblett is confident of victory and has said that while he respects Ferguson, he can stop the fan favorite.
The Englishman wants to make a statement against Ferguson to prove he belongs in the top tier. Ferguson has made clear that he is prepared to face Pimblett and, despite his recent performance, should not be taken lightly. ‘El Cucuy’ is eager to recover from his losses and redeem his reputation as one of the most feared fighters in the UFC.
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As far as Zuckerberg is concerned, his long-anticipated bout with Elon Musk seems farther away and there is yet any confirmation about who the tech mogul is going to face in the cage. Perhaps a UFC match is on the cards! To find out, keep an eye on this space as we bring to you more such ES exclusive interviews.
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